Financial Aid Officer

Responsibilities

• Interview student applicants to discuss various financial options and educational funding resources
• Process student financial applications and create customized payment plans
• Maintain accurate financial reports, issue receipts, and track student payments
• Manage daily banking tasks including deposits and credit card processing
• Oversee student accounts, accounts receivable, and collections
• Administer financial aid and funds distribution
• Perform student loan default management tasks and follow up with students
• Coordinate correspondence with financial institutions and other career colleges
• Enter and maintain student data using Great Plains (GP) and XCAS

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of related work experience
• Strong background in customer service and sales
• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with student financial aid
• Experience working within a Private Career College environment

About the Company

Eastern College is a Canada-owned private career college dedicated to helping students become job-ready graduates. Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with a Platinum designation, we pride ourselves on a student-first mindset and a culture built on integrity, dedication, readiness, and respect.